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1. AAC Intervention
   Maintained by two certified speech language pathologists, this web site covers AAC products and presentations on AAC intervention. The purpose of their work is to encourage functional communication within an activity-based framework. [More Information on AAC Intervention]
   
   
2. AAC TechConnect
   The purpose of AAC TechConnect is to simplify augmentative communication evaluations with toolkits, online resources, and workshops. Free resources on the AAC TechConnect website include a listing of new AAC devices; contact information for all major AAC manufacturers; and product information on nearly 100 AAC devices, with links to downloadable manufacturers' flyers. Fee for service resources include Device Assistant, a search tool for AAC devices based on features of nearly 100 devices, providing a side-by-side comparison; Lite Tech Low Cost, an AAC chart of low-cost equipment (less than $1500 US), including both non-voice and voice output communication tools and devices; ACE - Evaluation Toolkit, a list of tools for AAC evaluation; ACE - Evaluation Assistant, with premade materials and overlays to assist in AAC evaluations for a variety of language levels on a popular communication software application; Paperwork Assistant to help with the AAC evaluation process and paperwork; and training sessions on AAC Simplified: Overview and Evaluation Tools. AAC TechConnect is currently a project of the AAC-RERC, a collaborative research group dedicated to the development of effective AAC technology. [More Information on AAC TechConnect]
   
   
3. AGOSCI Inc. (formerly Australian Group On Severe Communication Impairment)
   "AGOSCI is an Australian group representing people with complex communication needs, as well as those who live, know or work with people with complex communication needs. Established in 1981, AGOSCI aims to lobby for the rights of people with complex communication needs, increase public awareness of complex communication needs, and to provide relevant educational and professional development events across Australia. Its membership includes individuals experiencing complex communication needs, family and community members, teachers, speech pathologists and other professionals. Key areas of interest for AGOSCI are augmentative and alternative communication; sign and gesture systems; mealtime assistance / dysphagia; sliva control; voice output communication aids; consumer's stories; research; and problem-solving in severe communication impairment." [More Information on AGOSCI Inc. (formerly Australian Group On Severe Communication Impairment)]
   
   
4. Augmentative Communication Community Partnerships - Canada (ACCPC)
   Augmentative Communication Community Partnerships - Canada (ACCPC) is a Canada-wide non-profit organization that supports people who have communication disabilities and who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Projects have focused on prevention of sexual abuse, early literacy, safety issues, and access to the legal system. [More Information on Augmentative Communication Community Partnerships - Canada (ACCPC)]
   
   
5. Barkley Memorial Center
   The Barkley Memorial Center is a research center at the University of Nebraska Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders. Research and special projects at the Barkley Memorial Center include the Speech Production Lab; the Center for At-Risk Children's Services; the Fluency Center; the Augmentative and Alternative Communication Center; the Paraeducator Self Study Project; Project Re-Entry - Preparing Speech-Language Pathologists to Serve Students with Traumatic Brain Injury; Project NETS for Secondary Education Transition Specialists; and a project on Safe and Responsive Schools. [More Information on Barkley Memorial Center]
   
   
6. Better Living Through Technology
   "Better Living Through Technology is a web site that aims to promote the use of technology to help people with disabilities. The information is written with special educational needs in mind, but the information can be useful for helping older people too. This site is targeted towards professionals working with pupils and students with special educational needs. It is mostly aimed at teachers, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, assistive technology assessors, and parents. Better Living Through Technology is entirely independent of any commercial company and can therefore offer unbiased advice on the specialist software and hardware available. The author is an experienced disability consultant, assessor and trainer named Charlie Danger who lives in South London." [More Information on Better Living Through Technology]
   
   
7. Center for Excellence in Augmented Communication
   The web site of the University at Buffalo's Signature Center of Excellence in Augmented Communication (CEAC) is for everyone interested in Augmentative Communication. Content areas include In the News, The Law and My Rights, Cutting Edge Technology, Creative Expressions, Practitioner & Family, Vision Resources, CEAC Research, and Western New York Resources. The site invites contributions from AAC users, caregivers, organizations, and companies. It posts news, links to information resources, reports about device problems (bug report), advertisements for products or services, etc. [More Information on Center for Excellence in Augmented Communication]
   
   
8. Children's Specialized Hospital
   Children's Specialized Hospital is one of the largest pediatric healthcare rehabilitation systems in the United States and is among the preeminent providers of rehabilitation for children with special needs. The hospital serves children affected by brain injury, spinal cord dysfunction and injury, premature birth, autism, developmental delays, and life-changing illnesses. Children's Specialized has eight sites in New Jersey and treats over 17,500 children with special needs each year. [More Information on Children's Specialized Hospital]
   
   
9. DEAL Communication Centre
   DEAL Communication Centre is an Australian non-governmental organization that provides services to people who are unable to talk, or to talk clearly, as a result of conditions such as cerebral palsy, strokes, acquired brain damage, autism, Down syndrome, or intellectual impairment - anyone whose speech is not clear enough, fluent enough or reliable enough to allow them to get across everything they want to say. DEAL assesses each clients' communication needs and abilities, and tries to find some means of communication. It provides training for clients, parents, therapists, caregivers, and teachers; loans communication aids so that people can practice their skills and make informed decisions about selecting equipment; and, when appropriate, it obtains equipment for clients through the Australian government-funded Electronic Communication Devices Scheme. DEAL also sponsors the Big Mouth Camp for school-age communication aid users. [More Information on DEAL Communication Centre]
   
   
10. Ellingsen and Associates, Inc. Online Speech Therapy
    Ellingsen and Associates, Inc. are the leading innovators in Online Speech and Language Services, blending state-of-the-art technology with highly skilled Speech and Language experts. The organization specializes in working with multilingual and multicultural individuals and has worked with hundreds of schools and corporations. The spectrum of clients covers high level international corporate executives to Native American children living in remote villages. Its focus is to effectively analyze the exact needs of each client and to provide professional, insightful instruction as suits those needs. Ellingsen and Associates, Inc. is distinguished by its individualized instruction provided by certified, experienced instructors who are native English speakers [More Information on Ellingsen and Associates, Inc. Online Speech Therapy]
    
    
11. Hanen Centre
    "A recognized innovator in family-focused early language intervention programs and learning resources for parents and professionals around the world." [More Information on Hanen Centre]
    
    
12. International Society of Augmentative and Alternative Communication
    The International Society for AAC works to improve the life of every child and adult with speech difficulties. ISAAC started in 1983 and has thousands of members in 50 countries with chapters in 14 countries. [More Information on International Society of Augmentative and Alternative Communication]
    
    
13. Norman Rehabilitation and Medical Center (Firma Norman)
    The Norman Rehabilitation and Medical Center provides individualized physical therapy programs for children and adults based on techniques such as NDT (Neuro-Developmental Treatment), PNF(Propioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation). The center also provides manual physical and Speech therapy along with the innovative device called 'SPIDER.' [More Information on Norman Rehabilitation and Medical Center (Firma Norman)]
    
    
14. Speech Research Laboratory
    The Speech Research Laboratory focuses on developing new speech technology and adapting existing speech technology for people with speech and communication difficulties. The lab is part of The Center for Pediatric Auditory and Speech Sciences (CPASS) at the duPont Hospital for Children in Wilmington, Delaware. Projects include a speech synthesis system called ModelTalker which allows Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) device users to create personalized synthetic voices. The ModelTalker system is also being used to develop adaptive speech material for use in Aural Rehabilitation applications. Another project is using speech recognition technology to develop a system for automating functional hearing evaluation for hearing impaired individuals. The SRL is also studying children’s speech, and has collected a database of children’s speech that includes both normal speech and examples of common articulation difficulties. The database is being used to improve automatic recognition of children’s speech. The improved recognition will be used to develop speech training software including a game-like iPad application intended to work as an adjunct to conventional A/V therapy by providing drill, monitoring progress, and assisting in record keeping and reporting. In addition to application-oriented projects like ModelTalker and aural training systems, the SRL conducts basic research on speech production and perception using state-of-the-art equipment including sound isolation chambers and a Carstens AG-501 electromagnetic articulograph. The Speech Research Laboratory is funded by Nemours Biomedical Research with additional external funding from sources that include NIH, NSF, and NIDRR. [More Information on Speech Research Laboratory]
    
    
15. Speechville Express
    Speechville Express is a web site for parents of children who have difficulty with speech, language, or communication, or are late talkers. Its aim is to provide knowledge about available resources to help children with communication impairments or disorders. [More Information on Speechville Express]
    
    
16. USSAAC (United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication)
    USSAAC (United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication) is dedicated to providing information and support on issues, technology, tools and advancements within the world of AAC. USSAAC's primary mission is to support individuals who use nonverbal communication. It serves everyone within the AAC community, including AAC users, therapists, families, educators, and researchers. [More Information on USSAAC (United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication)]
    
    
17. UW Augcommm - Augmentative and Alternative Communication at the University of Washington, Seattle
    This web site provides resources on AAC intervention planning, selection of AAC vocabulary, and understanding AAC features, including output features, access methods, selection set features, message composition, and physical features. It also includes an AAC glossary, links to AAC resources, and a bibliography. [More Information on UW Augcommm - Augmentative and Alternative Communication at the University of Washington, Seattle]
    
    
18. Yahoo Augmentative/Alternative Communication Group
    The Yahoo Augmentative/Alternative Communication Group is a place where speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, parents, and teachers can share ideas or post questions relating to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Topics include assessment, equipment options, engineering the home or classroom environment, activity ideas, etc. [More Information on Yahoo Augmentative/Alternative Communication Group]
    
    

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1. Rehabilitation: Charting the Future
   April 21, 2005 to April 22, 2005 in Goat Island, Newport, Rhode Island, United States
   The purpose of this conference is to provide NRA members and colleagues the opportunity to participate in informational and skills building seminars; network with other professionals; and attend an innovative exhibition of the latest product developments in vocational rehabilitation, independent living and assistive technology. [More Information on Rehabilitation: Charting the Future]